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Labour Minister Addresses Phuket Workforce Shortages
Labour Minister Julaphan Amornvivat met with officials and business leaders in Phuket to tackle workforce shortages and skills gaps as the province diversifies its economy.
Pattaya Approves 9.6 Million Baht for 141 New CCTV Cameras
Pattaya City Council approved 9.6 million baht for 141 new CCTV cameras at intersections and high-traffic areas to enhance public safety. A councilman raised concerns about the outright purchase model, noting rental systems maintain a 99 pe
Israeli Ambassador Discusses Cooperation With Chiang Mai Officials
Israel's ambassador to Thailand discussed expanding cooperation with Chiang Mai officials in tourism, education, and technology, while highlighting that 65,000 Thai workers are safely employed in Israel despite regional tensions.
Mister International 2026 Contestants Compete in Phuket Adventure Games
Over 50 Mister International 2026 contestants competed in adventure activities at Hanuman World in Phuket, including luge rides and ziplines designed to test their bravery, strength, and physique ahead of final judging rounds.
Hospital Denies Role in Disabled Man's Vehicle Wheel Lock Incident
Chonburi Hospital denied responsibility for an incident in which a disabled patient's vehicle was wheel-locked, stating the parking area belongs to a private foundation outside its control. The hospital said it is coordinating with the foun
Twelve Free Fire Teams Ready for Southeast Asia Regional Finals
Twelve teams from Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Malaysia are competing in the Free Fire World Series Southeast Asia 2026 Fall Grand Finals this week, with the top eight advancing to November's global finals in Bangkok.
Hua Hin Orders Demolition of Illegal Structures from September 25
Hua Hin authorities will begin demolishing illegal beachfront structures on September 25 after owners ignored a Supreme Administrative Court order to remove buildings from public land.
Phuket Restaurants Losing Money Beyond Grab Commissions
Phuket restaurants are bleeding money in ways beyond delivery app commissions, according to analysis of thousands of orders by a delivery management expert who identified where operators are actually losing profits.
Phuket Job Fair Offers 1,000 Positions and Training
PHUKET: More than 1,000 jobs are being offered at a two-day Ministry of Labour fair in Chalong aimed at supporting informal workers and people seeking new income opportunities.
Pattaya Overhauls Garbage And Wastewater Systems On Koh Larn Island
Pattaya is upgrading Koh Larn's garbage and wastewater systems through a BOT waste incineration facility handling 50 tons daily and advanced treatment plants, aiming to make the island a sustainable tourism destination while protecting its
Phuket Real Estate Market Set for B176bn Boom
PHUKET: Phuket is set to see 13,779 residential units worth B176.5 billion enter the market in 2026, according to a survey by the Agency for Real Estate Affairs (AREA), with Thalang accounting for the largest share of existing projects.
Urgent Repairs Needed for Flooded Samut Sakhon Pumps
Flooded pumps at two drainage gates in Samut Sakhon threaten homes and farmland with severe inundation unless urgent repairs are completed before heavy rains worsen water levels.